The weekend's best markets, live music in unusual locations, an exciting design exhibition and more reasons to get out and about.

Thursday (Sep 24)

ART: Wallpaper*Handmade Exhibition 2015

Wallpaper*Thai Edition magazine hosts a special exhibition, in collaboration with Bombay Sapphire, featuring the work of 27 artists, designers and companies including 56th Studio, Vick's Weekend, Harnn, Moleskine and many more. Opens Sep 24 at 6pm, with Designs of the Year awards to be presented to the 2014 and 2015 winners. At the new Naiipa Art Complex in Phra Khanong.

Sep 24-30 


ART: Traces a Part (Aside the Tracks)

The exhibition features 36 pieces of artwork by French photographer Pascal Quennehen, taken from his travels across multiple continents, which are then sewen onto selected objects that represent reconstructed memories. Opens Sep 24 at 6pm. 

Sep 24-28 


ART: Present Tense by Angkrit Ajchariyasophon

The Chiang Mai-based artist follows up his last exhibition, "Constant Uncertainty," which focused on the art of time and change, with an exploration of the meaning of "tense" and time from a Taoist perspective.  

Sep 24 


GIGS: Kandinsky Effect

The post-modern jazz trio perform at the underground bar, bringing to the stage experimental electronica, jazz, and live improvisation. Pre-sale tickets available at [email protected].

Sep 24


DANCE: Swan Lake

As part of the 17th International Festival of Dance and Music, Russia's Novosibirsk Ballet company performs its own version of Tchaikovsky's famous piece, based on the choreography of Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov. Divided into two acts.

Sep 24-25


Friday (Sep 25) 

MARKETS: Artbox The Color

Bangkok's favorite outdoor market continues in a new venue after a small revamp, taking over the parking lot of EZ Park with creative food, drinks and fashion products, plus live music under a new theme. 

Sep 25-28 


THEATER: Da Capo

A theater performance by Tarin Parinyakanit involving acting, piano and opera in an effort to capture the world of imagination, emotion and reality. The performance has been chosen for the Take Off Festival in England, which showcases upcoming talent from young performance artists around the world. Tickets are available at goo.gl/YZ2xlV

Sep 25-27 


COMEDY: The Comedy Club BKK - Anniversary Show!

Bangkok's English language comedy venue celebrates its anniversary with a show headlined by stand-up comedian Matt Davis, plus improve comedy by Drew McCreadie and resident improvisers. B500 advance tickets at ComedyClubBangkok.com. B750 at the door on the night.   

Sep 25 


NIGHTLIFE: Ego Nation Vol. 4: Hide & Seek

Dark Bar's Ego Nation returns with a big night of partying, with music ranging from electropop/indie set by Joov and hiphop/trap set by Cuntagious. Free shot for the first 50 guests. Entry is B100.

Sep 25


Saturday (Sep 26) 

FAIR: Bangkok Mini Maker Faire

A fair all about showcasing innovation and creativity, where inventors, tech-enthusiasts and craft-lovers of all ages come together to exchange ideas and present their products. There are workshops running at every hour of the two day event.

Sep 26-27


DANCE: Gala Classical Concert

Leading soloists of the Novosibirsk Ballet Theatre perform three acts: a one-act ballet of Grand Pas from "Paquita"; Pas d'esclave from Le Corsaire, Spartacus Adagio, Pas de deux from The Flames of Paris, The Dying Swan and Pas de deux from Don Quixote; and a one-act ballet of Carmen.

Sep 26 


NIGHTLIFE: Trasher: Dancers Unite

After packing out Major Sukhumvit's sub-zero ice rink last month, the gay-friendly party is back in one of RCA's latest event venues with look toong (Thai country) dance music from four regions of Thailand. Dress code is backup dancers.

Sep 26


NIGHTLIFE: Hennessy Presents the Return of Vinyl Junkies

Japanese DJ Sarasa headlines the '80s-'90s retro themed party with all-vinyl sets. Local support by DJs Toru, Nanziee and Boogie G. Expect records from the DJs' personal collections of soul, funk, disco and hip-hop. One free shot before 10pm.

Sep 26


CONCERTS: Love You Till I Die

A tribute concert for the late Singha Sqweez Animal, organized by Spicy Disc and featuring Apartment Khun Pa, Slur, Yellow Fang, Mild, Lomosonic and Flure, to name a few.

Sep 26


GIGS: Dood x Knack @ The Knack Market

Live indie music and DJ sets by DJ Momento', Triggs and the Longest Day, Harigeum Zaboy, Krit Morton and Kova O'Sarin at the Knack Market weekend by the Chao Phraya River.

Sep 26-27 


GIGS: Levi's x Nylon Music Hopping

Charoenkrung's Eighty Twenty, Soulbar and Soy Sauce Factory hold a night of live performances in a collaboration with Nylon Magazine. Featured artists include Polycat, The Parkinson, Yellow Fang and DCNXTR, to name a few.

Sep 26


BE GOOD: Happy Dog Picnic by Socialgiver

SocialGiver, along with The Barkyard BKK, are organizing a Happy Dog Picnic which promises to be a fun day for both you and your little furry friend in order to raise money for the Voice Foundation. This non-profit organization aims to provide medical aid and shelter for abused and abandoned dogs in Thailand. The day will include activities for both you and your pup, including dog meet and greets and pet sketching, as well as a mini-concert from Max of The Voice (Season 1), DIY workshops and plenty of food trucks.

Sep 26 


FILM SCREENINGS: Lusophone Film Fest Bangkok #03

As part of the Lusophone Film Festival that aims to showcase Portugest films to international audiences, Speedy Grandma are screening Feral by Daniel Sousa (Cape Verde) and Heleno by José Henrique Fonseca (Brazil).

Sep 26


NIGHTLIFE: DJ Ez @ Ku De Ta Bangkok

The UK garage DJ, who made his Bangkok debut last year, returns to perform at Ku De Ta. Support by DJ Orawan. Free entry for ladies. Dress code: no shorts, sandals or sleeveless shirts (on men). For VIP table bookings, call 02-108-2000. 

Sep 26


Sunday (Sep 27) 

MUSIC FESTIVALS: Chang Presents Electric Bubbleland

Chang's new dance event involves a day and night of partying to underground house music from DJs including Praewa, Koish, Sunju Hargun and Sweed & Bunnyman. There will also be food vendors including Pizza Massilia, Lab Ramen, Criminal Burger and Tacos Factory. The first 200 guests before 6pm will be able to enjoy the Flow Rider for free. Dress code is white.  

Sep 27 


MEETUPS: 8-bit Bangkok -Street Fighter II Night pt. II

Organized by 8-bit Bangkok, Jam is hosting their monthly retro-gaming night. This time they'll be playing Street Fighter II Turbo on Super Nintendo.

Sep 27


OPEN MIC: Bangkok Lyrical Lunacy - Spoken Word Poetry

The bi-monthly open-mic night returns this weekend with the theme Ubermensch. Performers can sign up at bangkoklylu.com/openmic. Doors open at 7pm. 

Sep 27

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